Senior Google Ads Marketing Specialist
At a glance
Senior Paid Search / PPC role at VirtuHire. Remote, South Africa.
Pay not stated Marketing Specialist salary
Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.
What you'll do
- Build integrated SEA, Display, and YouTube plans around client growth
- Run and improve Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, YouTube, Shopping, Performance Max, and Local campaigns
- Use feeds, testing, bidding, and automation to improve reach, conversions, and efficiency
- Analyze results, manage budgets, forecast outcomes, and turn findings into clear recommendations
- Connect tracking with CRO and GTM/ABM specialists, then report through Looker Studio and GA4
What you bring
- Bring at least five years of SEA or digital advertising experience
- Have hands-on experience with Google Ads, GA4, Channable, SA360, adCore, Trueclicks, and Microsoft Ads
- Understand feed management, AI-based bidding, and conversion measurement
- Apply analytical and commercial judgment to B2B or lead-generation campaigns
- Communicate proficiently in English and contribute well within multidisciplinary teams
Who this fits
You’ll work remotely from South Africa. This role suits someone who can deliver independently while collaborating with specialists across disciplines. At least 80-90% of your hours are expected to be client-billable, and Team NL handles client communication while you own campaign delivery and reporting.
From the employer
You are the strategic and hands-on force behind our advertising approach. From performance strategy to execution, you know how to make clients grow through smart campaigns, data-driven optimization, and automation.
You develop and manage omnichannel advertising strategies with a focus on SEA, Display (GDN), YouTube, and feed-based advertising. Together with our CRO and GTM specialists, you ensure that traffic, data, and conversion align perfectly. You also understand how Paid Social can boost reach and retargeting effectiveness. You know the balance between reach and return and translate marketing goals into measurable growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop integrated advertising strategies focused on SEA, Display (GDN), and YouTube.
- Set up, manage, and optimize campaigns in Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, and YouTube.
- Apply feed-based advertising (Dynamic Search, Retargeting, Prospecting).
- Set up and manage Shopping, Performance Max, and Local campaigns.
- Analyze data and results, translating insights into clear advice and concrete next steps.
- Take responsibility for budget allocation, forecasting, and performance goals within your client portfolio.
- Collaborate with CRO specialists (conversion optimization) and GTM/ABM specialists (data flows & lead generation).
- Report and present results in Looker Studio / GA4, including optimization recommendations.
- Actively contribute to knowledge sharing and innovation within the performance team.
Day-to-Day Tasks
- Monitor, optimize, and test campaigns daily (A/B testing, creatives, bidding strategies).
- Work in Google Ads, GA4, Looker Studio, Channable, Tag Manager, adCore, Trueclicks, and Microsoft Ads.
- Set up tracking and conversion measurement in collaboration with GTM specialists.
- Write reports and performance updates for client teams (client communication is handled by Team NL).
- Work towards clear goals, deadlines, and billable targets.
Requirements
- At least 5+ years of experience as a SEA / Digital Advertising Specialist.
- Strong analytical skills and commercial mindset.
- Experience with B2B and/or lead generation campaigns.
- Broad knowledge of SEA, Display, Video, and automation principles.
- Experience with tools such as Google Ads / Editor, GA4, Channable, SA360, adCore, Trueclicks, and Microsoft Ads.
- Understanding of feed management, AI-driven bidding strategies, and conversion tracking.
- Proficient in English (Dutch is a plus).
- Results-driven mentality and a team player within multidisciplinary teams.
- Experience with Paid Social (Meta, LinkedIn, or TikTok Ads) is a plus - you understand how these channels strengthen SEA within an omnichannel strategy.
- Bonus: experience with Dutch clients, market, or language.
You’ll Succeed in This Role If You
- Consistently help clients grow through campaigns that strengthen their overall marketing strategy.
- Exceed KPIs in terms of ROI, growth, and efficiency.
- Achieve contract renewals through proven results.
- Bill at least 80–90% of your hours on client work.
- Work independently but collaborate actively with fellow specialists.
Digital Toolkit
Google Ads, SA360, GA4, Looker Studio, Google Tag Manager, Channable, adCore, Trueclicks, Microsoft Ads, Orbit, Teamleader, Slack.
Behind the Scenes
You’re fully focused on performance and collaboration. Client communication runs through Team NL — you make sure campaigns deliver what they promise. Together with the performance team, you build a scalable and data-driven advertising approach that truly makes an impact.
AI
AI is part of your daily workflow. You use AI-driven optimization, predictive bidding, and smart
scripts to work faster, target better, and achieve stronger results.
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